About Us
We are a Non-profit organization who works with at risk families around Abbeville County. We currently visit families twice a month and teach the parents a lesson in parenting and then teach their child/children a lesson to prepare them for entering school. Once a month we also give each child in the program a book to encourage a love of reading. We also try to help with items that are needed from our donations such as diapers. If we don't have the item requested we will do our best to help find the resources needed.
From the Executive Director
As the Executive Director of Abbeville County First Steps I look forward to making a positive impact in the lives we serve and throughout the community. Abbeville County First Steps will continue to foster positive partnerships to help reduce the needs of this community. I believe creating strong ties and relationships within the community will only further Abbeville County’s success in reaching as many parents and children as possible. Pinpointing the needs of our community is my main goal. This strategic plan will guide us throughout the next three years to address the needs in Abbeville County.
Rebecca Lyman
The Abbeville County First Steps Mission is to create strong connections within the community to ensure families of preschool aged children arrive to Kindergarten with the skill sets required to reach their highest potential.
To strengthen parents and teachers with appropriate practices that develop social, emotional, physical, and cognitive skills of Abbeville’s young children.
Our Values
Insuring the programs and services provided to each family are individualized to meet their unique and diverse needs.
Building positive relationships with families as well as stakeholders within the public, private and faith sectors.
Treating each and every family the way you would want to be treated.
Know and do what it is right for all involved.
Our Objectives
Provide high-quality comprehensive programs to ensure children arrive to kindergarten with the skill sets needed to succeed.
Provide high quality trainings for childcare providers and early childhood educators to ensure childcare sustainability in Abbeville County
Serve as a community convener to partner with agencies in the community to promote programs to aid in the restoration of families.
Want to join with us
Become a Proud Volunteer
When you volunteer with Abbeville County First Steps, you can make a life-changing difference for young children and families in our community. If you would like to learn more about volunteering, contact Rebecca Lyman at rlyman@acfirststeps.org or 864-378-8575.